PROJECT ARCHITECT
Armour Architecture seeks candidates for Project Architect to lead design and delivery of high-end residential projects under the direction of senior staff. Located in our inspiring, light-filled studio in San Francisco’s Lower Haight neighborhood.
You’ll lead the design and delivery of residential work, including directing project staff. The qualified candidate will amplify the principal’s design vision; demonstrate zeal and acumen for the language of high-end architecture; communicate with polish and confidence; delegate and instruct succinctly and positively; and have a solid work ethic based on commitment, organization, clear communication, and acute attention to detail. The ideal candidate will also have an established track record of producing work of very high quality on a consistent basis.
- 7-10+ years architecture experience (licensure a plus, but not required)
- Fluency in the language and execution of high-end residential architecture
- Demonstrated success managing and prioritizing large, multi-faceted projects
- Superb communication skills - verbal, written and graphic
- Mastery of commonly used 2-D architectural software programs and office programs
- Bachelor’s degree in architecture
- US-based (currently resides here and is authorized to work here)
- Navigates deftly between granular and big picture - the scale shift required for design refinement & efficient project management
- Has experience managing teams, including delegation, instruction, and positive motivation
- Has a proactive, shared-ownership approach to representing and developing the company
- Presents and communicates confidently and with polish, both inside & outside the studio
- Takes and gives direction gracefully, with a focus on needs and interests
- Has familiarity with 3D modeling (SketchUp, Rhino)
- Has worked within the San Francisco Bay Area (or a few other areas that typify our work)
- Has a healthy sense of humor & diverse interests to add to our friendly, dynamic atmosphere
Full-time in the Lower Haight, San Francisco - central within the city & steps from multiple transit options
COMPENSATION: competitive salary, commensurate with experience
BENEFITS: health, dental, vision; 401K with matching; long-term disability; fee reimbursement for passed ARE licensing exams.
Immediate/ASAP
Please email cover letter, resume, and current work samples with notes indicating your roles on the projects, to: Resume@ArmourArchitecture.com. Use subject line Project Architect. Note that we are ONLY able to respond to candidates who both fit our criteria and currently reside in/are authorized to work in the United States.**